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Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 20mm f/1.8G ED vs Nikon NIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ

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NikonAF-S NIKKOR 20mm f/1.8G EDNikonNIKKOR Z 28-135mm f/4 PZ
Overview
ReleasedSeptember 2014April 2025
Optics
Lens typePrimeZoom
Focal length20 mm28–135 mm
Maximum aperturef/1.8f/4
Minimum aperturef/16f/22
Optical construction13 elements in 11 groups18 elements in 13 groups
Special elementsTwo ED glass elements and two aspherical elementsThree ED elements, one aspherical ED element and four aspherical elements
CoatingsNano Crystal CoatMeso Amorphous Coat and fluorine coating on the front element
DiaphragmSeven rounded bladesNine rounded blades
Angle of viewFX and 35 mm film 94°; DX 70°FX 75° to 18°10′; DX 53° to 12°
Mount and compatibility
MountsNikon F mountNikon Z mount
Image circleFull frameFull frame
CompatibilityNikon F mount; full-frame/FX coverage, also usable on DX–
Focus and stabilisation
AutofocusYesYes
Minimum focus distance0.2 m0.34 m
Maximum magnification0.23×0.25×
Optical stabilisationNoNo
Autofocus detailRear focusing with Silent Wave Motor; manual focus possible, according to Nikon JapanStepping motor autofocus and internal focusing
Focus distance detailMinimum 0.2 m from the focal planeMinimum focal-plane distances of 0.34 m at 28, 35 and 50 mm; 0.39 m at 70 mm; 0.43 m at 85 mm; 0.49 m at 105 mm; 0.57 m at 135 mm
Magnification detailNikon Japan specifies maximum 0.23×; Camera Labs measures 1:4, which is not substituted for the maker valueMaximum reproduction ratio 0.25× at 55–135 mm
Stabilisation detailNo optical VR, confirmed by both reviewsNo optical VR, confirmed by Digital Camera World; camera stabilisation depends on the body
Video featuresCamera Labs observes visible focus breathing and some focus-ring playFocus-breathing suppression, linear manual-focus support and power zoom; Hi-Res Zoom synchronisation requires a supported camera and suitable firmware
Design
Dust and moisture resistant–Yes
Filter diameter77 mm95 mm
Maximum diameter82.5 mm105 mm
Length80.5 mm177.5 mm
Weight355 g1,210 g
ControlsFocus ring, distance window and M/A–M switch; Photography Blog notes depth-of-field markings only at f/16 and no aperture ringZoom rocker, electronically coupled zoom and focus rings, customisable control ring, two L-Fn buttons and A–M switch; no mechanically driven manual zoom ring
Zoom design–Internal power zoom with eleven selectable speeds on compatible cameras; adjustable zoom-ring direction and rotation angle, with firmware and camera compatibility requirements
Filter detail77 mm screw-in filters; 0.75 mm thread pitch95 mm screw-in filter thread; HB-116 rectangular hood has a filter adjustment window
Weather resistanceCamera Labs identifies a rubber gasket at the mount and no further weather sealing; Photography Blog describes the lens as unsealed. A general weather-resistance rating is therefore not assignedMaker dust and drip-resistant design; protection is not guaranteed in every condition
Dimensions detailApproximately 82.5 mm maximum diameter × 80.5 mm length from the mount, according to Nikon JapanApproximately 105 mm maximum diameter × 177.5 mm from the mount flange
Weight detailApproximately 355 gApproximately 1,210 g including tripod collar, used in the main specifications; approximately 1,120 g without it
Tripod mount–Tripod collar with removable foot
Lens hoodHB-72 bayonet hood included–
In the boxLC-77 front cap, LF-4 rear cap, HB-72 hood and CL-1015 flexible pouchLC-95B front cap, LF-N1 rear cap, HB-116 hood and CL-C5 case
Release detailNikon Japan records first sale on 25 September 2014; the global announcement was issued on 12 SeptemberNikon USA specified April 2025 retail availability; the February announcement date is not used as the on-sale date

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